Some applications (especially 32-bit vs 64-bit) look at different Registry keys. Also check:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\FontSubstitutes
The same MS Shell Dlg 2 entry may need to be added here for per-user settings. Download Ms Shell Dlg 2 Font
Since these fonts are protected system files, do not download them from untrusted third-party websites (which may host malware). Instead, restore them via Windows built-in tools: Some applications (especially 32-bit vs 64-bit) look at
Contrary to what its name suggests, MS Shell Dlg 2 is not a standalone, downloadable font file (like ms_shell_dlg_2.ttf). Instead, it is a font mapping key (alias) used internally by Microsoft Windows, particularly for legacy applications and dialog boxes. The same MS Shell Dlg 2 entry may
Important: You cannot "download" this font as a separate file because it is a logical reference, not a physical font. Attempting to install a font with this name will usually fail or cause system conflicts.